Algarve, Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Portugal

This exceptional property, located in the picturesque area of Santa Barbara de Nexe, has been entirely renovated, with updates completed in both 2018 and 2025, blending modern comforts with timeless elegance. The villa offers a harmonious balance of luxury and style, featuring a spacious 5-bedroom layout, designed in the California Palladian style and enhanced with traditional Portuguese accents. This thoughtfully crafted home provides an atmosphere of refined beauty and warmth.

Set on 2,100 square meters of meticulously landscaped grounds, the property includes a stunning garden with a swimming pool, a soothing waterfall, and a tranquil pond. Expansive lawns and private hideaways are scattered throughout, creating an inviting space for both relaxation and entertainment. The home enjoys sweeping ocean views, thanks to its elevated position in a highly sought-after residential area. This location provides convenient access to a range of amenities, such as a tennis club, gourmet restaurants, and scenic nature trails for outdoor exploration.

Inside, the villa features upscale millwork and top-of-the-range appliances, exuding both quality and sophistication. Fully fenced, the property ensures complete privacy, offering a peaceful retreat from the outside world. As you enter through the automatic gate, you are welcomed by a spacious garage with room for two cars, providing direct access to both the utility room and kitchen. The garage is also equipped with an electric vehicle charger for added convenience.

The home's striking new front door opens to a grand entrance hall that leads into a spacious lounge, where a beautiful three-sided fireplace adds a touch of warmth and elegance. Large patio doors provide breathtaking ocean views and offer direct access to a covered terrace and the pool area. From here, an archway opens to the formal dining room and the gourmet kitchen, which is a dream for any culinary enthusiast. A laundry room with a patio door leads to a charming barbecue terrace, while the kitchen also offers access to a serene winter garden filled with exotic plants, as well as the basement.

On the same level, the villa features two en suite bedrooms, an additional room currently used as a library, and a powder room, providing plenty of space for guests or family members. Upstairs, the oversized master suite is a private retreat, complete with a walk-in dressing room and a private terrace that offers panoramic sea views. A second bedroom with a built-in wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom, along with a balcony, provides additional comfort and privacy.

The basement, accessible from the winter garden, offers 200 square meters of versatile space. This area can easily be transformed into an independent apartment or used as a summer rental unit. It features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that flood the space with natural light, a fully equipped kitchen, a large living room with a bar area, a recreation room, and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional features include a utility room, generous storage space with wall-to-wall closets, and a workshop. For those who prioritize health and fitness, the basement also includes a bright, airy gym. A wine cellar, equipped with air conditioning, completes this remarkable lower level.

The property's outdoor area is equally impressive, with an infinity swimming pool designed to allow for long-distance swimming while enjoying the stunning views. Further enhancing the appeal of this luxurious villa are its numerous premium features, such as wooden windows with double glazing, electric underfloor heating, and air conditioning throughout. Solar panels provide hot water, and a state-of-the-art home automation system allows for easy control of accent lighting throughout the property, including the facade, as well as electric shutters. The villa also benefits from a fully automated irrigation system, ensuring the garden remains lush and vibrant. At night, the garden comes to life with strategically placed lighting, transforming the landscaped grounds into a magical setting. Sustainable plant species, including cacti and succulents, offer a striking and eco-friendly front garden, while the rear features fragrant lemon and olive trees.

This exceptional villa offers the rare opportunity to own a home that combines exquisite design, modern luxury, and unparalleled privacy, all set within one of the most desirable locations in Santa Barbara de Nexe. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a sanctuary that blends comfort with stylean ideal retreat for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

The Algarve is more than a destination; it's a lifestyle a place where the rhythm slows, and life finds its perfect balance between nature and luxury. Whether exploring the beaches or enjoying the region's rich gastronomy, you'll discover that every day here feels like an escape, yet entirely like home.

With our multilingual team and extensive network of local and international partners, we're here to help you turn this dream into your reality. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, our tailored real estate consultancy ensures that every step of your journey is guided with expertise, care, and a true understanding of what home really means.
Energy Rating: C
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